Mung Bean, Lentil, And Quinoa Salad-Stuffed Avocado

Name: Mung Bean, Lentil, And Quinoa Salad-Stuffed Avocado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salad; 1/2 cup mung beans, uncooked; 1/2 cup green (french) lentils, uncooked; 1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked; 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped; 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped; 1 pinch sea salt; 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper; 3 avocados; Dressing; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 pinch cumin; 1 dash chili powder; 1 dash sea salt

Servings: persons

Salad
1/2 cup mung beans, uncooked
1/2 cup green (french) lentils, uncooked
1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked
1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
3 avocados
Dressing
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 pinch cumin
1 dash chili powder
1 dash sea salt

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1. Prepare beans, lentils, and quinoa, separately, according to package instructions.
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2. Once beans, lentils, and quinoa cool slightly, combine in a medium-sized bowl. Add the rest of the salad ingredients and combine.
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3. To prepare the vinaigrette, combine ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until a uniform consistency forms. Taste, and add additional salt and pepper to taste.
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4. Dress the salad with half of the vinaigrette, taste, and add more according to preference. Let sit to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
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5. Slice avocados lengthwise and remove pits. To serve, stuff the salad into the center of the avocado. Serve cold.
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For more pictures, view here: http://citnutritionally.com/2014/07/28/mung-bean-lentil-salad/

325

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salad, 1/2 cup mung beans, uncooked, 1/2 cup green (french) lentils, uncooked, 1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked, and more.

Yes, Mung Bean, Lentil, And Quinoa Salad-Stuffed Avocado falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!